What Does Tonka Bean Smell Like?

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Tonka Beans were discovered for perfumery purposes in the 1800s. Tonka Beans originated in the Caribbean’s but are being produced in larger quantities in Southern America. Tonka means bean in some Caribbean languages and Kumar which is a major ingredient in Tonka bean production comes from a topi language which is in French Guiana.

WHAT DOES TONKA BEAN SMELL LIKE?

 

WHAT ARE THE USES OF TONKA BEAN?

Tonka bean is said to contain ingredients that help Cramps, Nausea, spasms and inflammation. It is also valued in culinary for its sweet, nutty and spicy flavor.

HOW IS THE TONKA BEAN SCENT GOTTEN?

Tonka bean seeds are gotten from the tree Dipeteryx odorata also known as Kumar or Brazilian teak. The fruits are harvested; the seeds are removed, dried and preserved to produce the black, wrinkled bean that is smooth and brown on the inside.
The fragrance of Tonka bean is derived from coumarin, which is extracted when
the tonka beans are dried and preserved in rum. Coumarin forms colorless crystals.

DOES TONKA BEAN AND VANILLA SMELL ALIKE?

Both vanilla and Tonka bean contain the same element called coumarin, which is responsible for their scents. However, Tonka bean has a more spicy or nutty scent while vanilla has a more rich and creamy sweetness to its scent.

WHAT SMELLS GOOD WHEN COMBINED WITH TONKA BEAN?

Tonka bean is best paired with aromas that are comparable to it because it is spicy and sweet. Clove, vanilla, heliotrope, bitter almonds, and cinnamon are among them. Rose, patchouli, lavender, and lemon zest also work wonderfully together with it.

WHAT IS TONKA BEAN ABSOLUTE?

Tonka Absolute is made from a combination of Tonka beans from Venezuela. Because this product is a crystalline solid, it must be gently warmed in a water bath to a specific consistency before being diluted. Its a non-floral
sweetener utilized in perfumery.

IS TONKA BEAN A BASE NOTE?

Tonka bean gives off a very strong, spicy, and sweet and gourmand scent making it a perfect choice for a base note. It also has a lasting projection and belongs to the sweet fragrance family.

WHAT ARE THE TOP FIVE FRAGRANCES THAT INCLUDE TONKA BEAN?

Tonka bean is a very common note amongst perfumers because of its unique scent.

Here are our top 5 picks for Tonka bean fragrances;

Angel by Thierry Mugler
This is an oriental perfume for ladies. It starts off with a very fresh, citrusy note and dives into a sweet, fruity note and ends in a gourmand and spicy note.

Lolita Lempicka Le Perfume
This is an enchanting scent changes between sweetness and freshness with a very strong opening scent.

Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier
This is a great male fragrance for a classic night out. It is a very good mature sweet fragrance which is gives off a perfect vibe for parties.

Dior Addict
This is an outstanding oriental fragrance with hints of floral notes.

High Tea by Burberry
This is a fragrance that captures a sweet, fresh and spicy scent with strong a woody scent as the base note.

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